Wrapping perm rods on short hair involves sectioning the hair, applying a setting product, and carefully rolling each section around the rod to achieve defined curls.
Here's a general approach based on common techniques:
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Prepare Your Hair: Wash and condition your hair. Detangle it thoroughly while wet.
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Sectioning: Divide your hair into small, manageable sections. The smaller the sections, the tighter the curls will be. Consider the length of your hair when determining section size.
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Apply Setting Lotion: Apply a setting lotion or mousse to each section before wrapping. This helps to hold the curl shape.
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Wrapping:
- Take one section of hair.
- Smooth the section out.
- Place the end of the section on the perm rod.
- Roll the hair smoothly and tightly around the rod, working towards the scalp. Keep the tension consistent.
- Secure the rod.
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Rod Size: Use smaller rods for tighter curls and larger rods for looser waves. Some people use different size rods on different sections of their hair. For instance, using smaller rods at the nape of the neck and larger rods on top for volume.
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Drying: Allow the hair to dry completely. You can either air dry or use a hooded dryer.
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Removing Rods: Once your hair is completely dry, carefully unroll each perm rod.
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Style: Separate and style your curls as desired.
